Equine Behaviour & Performance (ANIM2024)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2023
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Agriculture Food Sustainablty
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
External
Class hours
Contact 6 Hours/ Week
6C
Prerequisite
ANIM1006
Assessment methods
Practical assessments
Presentation
Final Examination
Course enquiries
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | External | External | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | Gatton | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
The application of behavioural science as it relates to the horse and human-horse interaction. Basic learning theory is applied to all horses at all levels of training from birth to performance, with particular emphasis on horse welfare and behaviour. The biomechanics of equine locomotion and its relationship to training, exercise and performance are examined.
External mode of study is restricted and will require permission to enrol. To request permission email SAFS Enquire with the course information and include relevant supporting evidence.
Eligibility criteria:
- Students must show evidence that travel time of greater than 90 minutes or 100km from Gatton Campus and is reflected in mySI-net: Acceptable Evidence advice that MySi-net record is up to date; - Students must show evidence that work commitments restrict their ability to attend regular practicals: Acceptable Evidence a letter from employer - Students with core course timetable clashes: Acceptable Evidence a copy of correspondence from Science ¿ My Timetable indicating clash is unable to be resolved. Clashes with elective courses will not be considered. - Students unable to provide this evidence will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
